10 Things That Make SIBM Bengaluru Special
It is a cold Sunday morning here in this
part of our country and I sit right in the middle of the amphitheater of my
college, sipping a cup of hot tea and enjoying the view. It almost feels as if
I’m not right in the hub of a metropolitan city, pursuing the most rigorous
course of my academic career yet and constantly striving to meet deadlines.
Almost.
As is with every major turning point in all
our lives, those decisions are always a mix of carefully thought out steps and
giant leaps of faith. Largely the latter. Keeping that in mind, let me attempt
to tell you in 10 points why I personally believe in the institution that stands
tall - SIBM Bengaluru and why I believe joining this academic institute will be
one of those decisions you look at fondly in the years to come.
1. Education with
a Quantitative Difference:
Right from the day you step into its premises, this institute helps you start
thinking from a quantitative, specific and result-oriented point of view. You
will hate it for robbing you off your sleep but thank this rigor sometime in
the future when you are the only member of your team who can provide your
management with a clear and achievable strategy.
2. Bloomberg
Terminal: From
last year on, the college has administered the use of a Bloomberg Terminal for
academic and research purposes. This has not only given us an edge over other
top-tier B-schools but is fascinating in the sense that all of our students
have an immense database of important, useful, global information at their
disposal at the click of a button. It is understood that projects here have
become a lot more challenging, interesting and fun to complete – and the
deadline doesn’t seem that daunting after all!
3. Pet Therapy: Alright, enough with the rhetoric,
theoretical plus points. The nerd section needs to take a backseat and all the
pet lovers – come right to the front! Now that you’re away from home and are
missing your fur balls of happiness, we help you with this too! For every
scratch, bark and ‘fetch’ command you miss - we bring to you our in-house Labradors-
Birr and Baht. After a long day filled with assignments and presentations,
those puppy eyes and tummy-rub sessions are sure to bring a smile to your face.
4. We are living
in a ‘Real-World’:
Who hasn’t heard of the Mecca of simulations, research, case studies and a
million other management related hacks? Our college has access to simulations
and case studies straight from Harvard Business School. It would be an
understatement if I said that the knowledge I have imbibed from these has
helped me garner a much more pragmatic, realistic and optimistic view of my
time and course. These simulations help us understand the realistic challenges
faced by multi-national companies all over the world and add spice to the
classroom environment when students debate over the possible solutions to the
problems presented in the case study.
5. Mentors, not
just Professors:
The reason for our superior growth holds a strong base in how strong our
fundamentals have been and how sturdy our foundation actually is. Here at SIBM
Bengaluru, we are taught by stalwarts from within and outside the industry. Our
faculty consists of inspiring academicians and well-honed veterans from the
corporate world. This mix of astute theoretical knowledge combined with
practical knowledge – is what creates remarkable business leaders out of us, the
day we step out.
6. The Big ‘I’: When you talk about infrastructure
– you name it, the college has it. From facilities that span over a wide
variety of sports, to top-notch class rooms (where you’ll probably be spending
80% of your day. I’m kidding, relax. 70%) and a well-equipped library along
with dedicated spaces for learning and research – every feasible infrastructural
need felt by a student has been catered to.
7. Avenues for
Corporate Engagement:
The most sought after reward that any B-school has to offer is its placement
opportunities. I can confidently vouch for the fact that SIBM B has managed to attract
and engage the biggest corporate conglomerates. These engagements help in the holistic
development of our students, which is showcased at B-school events, summer
internships, and corporate competitions and so on.
8. Awaken Your
Inner Child:
Utthaan is one event, with a bifocal purpose – to provide a day of fun for the
underprivileged children of the society and also to help budding managers
understand the importance of compassion. So tell me how long it has been since
you felt like a kid - 5 years? 10 years? Forever? This event is guaranteed to
wake the inner child in us and make us feel wonderful again.
9. TEDxSIBMBengaluru: Yes, you’ve read it right!
SIBM Bengaluru has been organizing TEDx talks at the college premises since
2012. At TEDxSIBMBengaluru, the college envisions that the cumulative effect
created by the speeches, videos, and interactions with the eminent
personalities combines to spark profound discussions and inspire minds.
TEDxSIBMBengaluru has witnessed a transformation through the years and the eminence
of the speakers has only surged. The mere experience of organizing the event
let alone listening to the talks gives students an unparalleled
experience.
10. 360-Degree: Although the college is an
academic body, it has always looked at development in multiple angles and in
all arenas. One of the main standing pillars has been a holistic, 360-degree
development agenda. When you are a student here, it is safe to make an
assumption that you will be given plenty of opportunities to prove your worth
within the corporates and also within the sacrosanct circle of your peer B-schools.
The college prides on the fact that it is student-centric and is driven by
student committees and clubs which contribute to learnings outside the
classroom. You will also learn to overcome the challenges in being a leader,
managing time and overcoming your differences with your teammates. In a sense, SIBM
B starts preparing your multitasking skills and priming you for the business
world before you even know it!
So post the rigor of the entrance exam you’ve already given, here’s wishing you all the luck in the world to step into the much spoken about ‘MBA Universe’ here at SIBM Bengaluru. Gear up for the two best years of your life, be prepared to leave with the best version of yourself, make the most of the hours in your day and pass on this exact advice to the generations that follow!
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Written by Meher Legha (Batch 2016-2018)
Edited by Leona Jennifer (Batch 2016-2018)
& Yuvraj Gogia (Batch 2016-2018)